11 Calgary food events happening this week: September 11 to 17
Summer might be coming to an end, but we can still look ahead to what will be a seriously great month of amazing Calgary food events.
This month has some of the city’s favourite seasonal food events like coffee tours, movie nights, and epic burger and pizza fests. There are many food spots that are opening up as well, so checking those out should also be on the to-do list.
Here are the best Calgary food events to check out this week in September.
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Le Burger Week 2023
From September 1 to 14, the 12th annual burger celebration is kicking off in cities across the country (including YYC), unveiling new and exciting creations from the heartiest of meals to plant-forward burgs.
When: September 1 to 14, 2023
Time: Various hours of operation
Where: Various restaurants across Calgary. A full list will be released online closer to the event.
Inglewood Night Market
The market happens in the streets of Inglewood with no specific address; however, shoppers will find vendors and food trucks primarily along 10th and 11th Streets SE and 10th Avenue SE.
When: September 15
Where: 10th Avenue and 10th Street SE, Calgary
District Night Markets
Hosted by Marketspot at the District at Beltline, there will be five different night markets throughout spring and summer. Offering delicious food, live music, and a curated artisan market, the first of these events was held on May 25.
When: September 14 from 4 to 8 pm
Where: The District at Beltline — 227 11th Avenue SW, Calgary
Roastery Tour
Phil & Sebastian Coffee Roasters is one of the most popular coffee makers in YYC. This tour offers the chance to view the space and try some great coffee.
This series is one of the hippest Calgary food events in September.
When: Thursday, September 14
Where: 618 Confluence Way SE, Calgary
Price: $52.45, buy tickets here
DandyFest 2022!
This year’s DandyFest will be showcasing more than 25 breweries and cideries, many of which are coming from all over Canada and even the US. There will also be live music, art shows, and food stations to look forward to as well.
When: Saturday, September 16 from 11 am to 8 pm
Where: 2003 11th Street SE, Calgary
Price: $38.61; buy tickets here
Okotoks Food Tour
Have you ever explored the food scene in Okotoks?
This charming tour will hit many of the coffee shops, light snacks, and light eating options that downtown Okotoks has to offer. It might be a bit of a drive, but we still think it counts as one of the best Calgary food events.
When: Every Saturday in August
Where: Okotoks Towne Plaza
Price: Buy tickets here
Visit the new fried Chicken spot, Birdie
The menu offers chicken pieces, plenty of unique sandwiches, sides, milkshakes, craft beer, and more. For sandwiches, there are options like BBQ, Chipotle, Plain Jane, and Mediterranean, to name a few. The Nashville sandwich here is both hot and sweet and comes topped simply with lettuce, pickles, and mayo.
Where: 920 Northmount Drive NW Unit 7, Calgary
Sunday Brunch Trivia
A brunch menu filled with eggs benny, mimosas, delicious french toast, and lots of local craft beer is enough for us, but the trivia to go along with it makes it even more fun.
When: Every Sunday at 1 pm
Where: Penny Black Bar & Kitchen — 11520 24th Street SE, Calgary
Price: FREE, reserve your spot here
The Wilde Sunday Brunch
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Besides decadent brunch dishes like lobster hash, lemon ricotta pancakes, and caviar bennies, there will also be stations for an Alberta Beef Tomahawk carvery, charcuterie, boulangère, and a Liquid Nitrogen Seafood Bar.
Like every great Sunday brunch, there will be mimosas, and unlike most breakfast options, it’s bound to be a party too with an all-day DJ.
When: Every Sunday in August from 11:30 am to 4 pm
Where: The Dorian – 525 5th Avenue SW, Calgary
4th Street Night Market
The 4th Street Night Market is back for its third year along the river in Mission. This free market will give you three chances to enjoy live entertainment, great shopping, and some fantastic food options.
When: September 16, 2023
Where: 10th Avenue and 10th Street SE
YYC Pizza Fest 2023
To highlight local businesses and Calgary’s vibrant pizza culture, this event has been in YYC since 2014. This 10-day festival supports Calgary Meals on Wheels, so you’ll be digging in for a good cause.
When: September 15 to October 1, 2022
Where: Participating locations across Calgary
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